Chevy 1500 4x4 Reg Cab

jhoff8487 · September 9, 2006

Well, here are the pics of my new truck. This is my first Chevy truck personally. My Dad has had quite a few and has loved them all so I figured with all the rebates and stuff going on right now it was time. I ended up getting $5500 off sticker and then a GM Discount. I got a heck of a deal I'd like to think. Walked out of there for 16k. I've already done a few things to it like a Rhino Liner and some polished stainless Nerf Bars. I plan on some new wheels (American Racing Diamond Backs) and a more aggressive looking tire. Eventually I'd like to upgrade the exhaust but I question how much growl I can get out of the 4.8L V8. Would a good Flowmaster or Corsa sound good with the 4.8l? Comments/suggestions welcome.

Dana_15 · September 10, 2006

Eventually I'd like to upgrade the exhaust but I question how much growl I can get out of the 4.8L V8. Would a good Flowmaster or Corsa sound good with the 4.8l? Comments/suggestions welcome.

<{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Welcome to the site and nice looking ride!!! I love my spray in bedliner on my 06, it came with the truck but its worth every penny. I had an 03 reg cab 8 ft bed with the 4.8 and I put a Corsa exhaust on it and it was one of the best sounding exhausts I have ever heard on a truck, period. FLowmaster makes a nice exhaust and is considerabley cheaper, but the Corsa makes a much sweeter note IMO.

CHevyHD4x4 · September 10, 2006

congrats! and welcome to the site

MS3DALE · September 10, 2006

Welcome!

Go with the CORSA "Sport" system,You won't be disappointed,I promise you

jhoff8487 · September 12, 2006

Well, I found out today that the dealer will give me a free window tint if I so desire. What do ya think? I'd probably keep it at legal limit, which I believe in Indiana is 30%. I just worry about it peeling or discoloring or something of that nature. Any thoughts?

OUMike · September 12, 2006

Well, I found out today that the dealer will give me a free window tint if I so desire. What do ya think? I'd probably keep it at legal limit, which I believe in Indiana is 30%. I just worry about it peeling or discoloring or something of that nature. Any thoughts?

<{POST_SNAPBACK}>

My tint is 12 years old, and also dealer installed. The tint has faded considerably now, but thats a long time. I say go for it.

I live in Houston where Tint is a must.

Truckin2003 · September 16, 2006

HEY! Congrats on the new truck!!! Gotta love driving a new truck. That Red sure does look sharp. Well, keep us updated with pics as you make progress on it. Also, if someone offers you tint for free, take them up on it. Just dont be dumb like me and dump money into tint when its illegal in your state. It only ends up costing you more money. I still havent learned my lesson, because its still on there.... Oh Well, whats a guy gonna do?

Dana_15 · September 16, 2006

Well, I found out today that the dealer will give me a free window tint if I so desire. What do ya think? I'd probably keep it at legal limit, which I believe in Indiana is 30%. I just worry about it peeling or discoloring or something of that nature. Any thoughts?

<{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Do it 30% will look good all around.

Likarok · September 16, 2006

Great Looking truck Jason............

I have a regular cab as well.......it has the factory tinted rear window. In terms of percentage I don't know what it would be but I would suggest you go for it.

Have fun!

jhoff8487 · September 17, 2006

I went for it. Dealer didn't really tell me what % it is nor did he give me much choice. It's dark but I reckon it'll be alright. I like it so far and that's all that matters. I've really been looking into the exhaust stuff still. I really like that Corsa Sport system but it's pretty $$. Anyone have anything else on their 4.8L that sounds good but for a few less bucks? I know there are plenty out there but all the sound clips I hear are of 5.3Ls and I guess it'll be close but surely a bit different, right?

Dana_15 · September 17, 2006

I know there are plenty out there but all the sound clips I hear are of 5.3Ls and I guess it'll be close but surely a bit different, right?

<{POST_SNAPBACK}>

I had the same problem when I had my 4.8, but they do sound pretty close to the same. The 4.8 sounds excellent with an exhaust. Magnaflow makes excellent stuff also and is very popular. PerformanceProducts.com is offering free shipping on Magnaflow Cat-Back Exhausts, they go for around 525$. Now if you just want the sound and not the look, you could get a Magnaflow (or another brand) welded on where your current muffler is with a new tip for even half that price. But nothing beats the look of two pipes LOL